Muhammad Ali

Who would've thought that a stolen bike was the key to the Muhammad Ali story. But it was. In 1954 in Louisville, Kentucky, 12-year-old Cassius Marcellus Clay's bike was stolen while he was at the Columbia Auditorium. Young Cassius found a cop in a gym, Joe Martin, and boiling with youthful rage, told Martin he was going to "whup" whoever stole his bike. Martin admonished, "You better learn to box first." Within weeks, 89-pound Cassius had his first bout‚ and his first win. For the next 27 years, Cassius--who would later become Muhammad Ali--would rule that ring.

Still the most recognizable man on earth, Muhammad Ali remains a magical figure, known and loved throughout the world. MusicSkins welcomes Muhammad Ali, "The Greatest of All Time."

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